US gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton opens up about DUI arrest after entering no-contest plea

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Famed American Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton addressed her recent DUI arrest for the first time Tuesday. 

Retton was arrested May 17 in West Virginia when police responded to reports of a car traveling "all over the roadway." In a statement provided to Fox News Digital by Retton's attorney, Edmund J. Rollo, the gold medalist admitted to driving under the influence and apologized. 

"I take full responsibility for my actions," the statement said. "What happened was completely unacceptable. I make no excuses. To my family, friends and my fans: I have let you down, and for that I am deeply sorry. 

"I am determined to learn and grow from this experience, and I am committed to making positive changes in my life. I truly appreciate your concern, encouragement and continued support." 

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Mary Lou Retton in action on the uneven bars at Pauley Pavillon during the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. (Darr Beiser/USA Today Sports)

Retton also entered a no-contest plea, and a Marion County judge fined her $100, according to Rollo.

"Mary Lou Retton appeared in court this afternoon and entered a no-contest plea to a non-aggravated DUI charge stemming from a recent incident," Rollo told Fox News Digital. "Mary Lou accepted full responsibility for her actions and received a standard $100 fine, consistent with sentencing guidelines for first-time, non-aggravated offenses in this jurisdiction.

"In keeping with her values, Mary Lou made no request for special treatment and was subject to the same legal process as any other individual. She is grateful for the professionalism of law enforcement and the court system, and she